Effective Board Membership

Designed for new, current, or soon-to-be members of nonprofit boards.

Starting well is key to our most important endeavors. This course equips volunteers interested in a governance role to prepare themselves to be intentional members of teams serving the organization and the community.

Learn how to:

• Understand the crucial role the board in developing strategic direction 
• Navigate common challenges for nonprofits in today's environment
• Implement practices for onboarding new board members
• Define the expectations and duties of board members to contribute effectively
• Actively participate in strategic planning, fundraising, and governance
• Understand the principles of good governance 
• Foster a culture of accountability and transparency
• Build a high-performing board team
• Represent your organization with confidence